Front Suspension Rebuild - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

toddtheodd · 06-04-2006, 09:52 PM

OK, so I didn't see any FAQs on this, so I figure since I'm already planning on doing it, I might as well take some pictures along the way. Only thing is, I've never done this before.
So.....
Can ya'll give me a little checklist of what all I need to do, and what order to do it in? I don't want to leave anything out for the FAQ.
Toad

ChevyDude · 06-04-2006, 10:04 PM

Tell us what your plans are? I mean are you going to do everything, from ball joints to tie rods to springs and spindles. You can also replace the A arms bars if you want. MOOG and TRW make the best parts!!! I just completed doing everything and have lots of pics if you need them.

68GenIII · 06-04-2006, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ChevyDude

Tell us what your plans are? I mean are you going to do everything, from ball joints to tie rods to springs and spindles. You can also replace the A arms bars if you want. MOOG and TRW make the best parts!!! I just completed doing everything and have lots of pics if you need them.

Post em up, Chevydude! I would like to see them, I am in the middle of a pretty extensive frame off. Thanks.

ChevyDude · 06-05-2006, 12:08 AM

I've posted them already. PM me your email and I will send the big pics to you. Here is the link to the finished product complete with sway bar. Everything that was black from the factory is now Hammered silver, yes frame is hanmmered silver. Truck is torch red so lots of my parts are torch red to match.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=201575

toddtheodd · 06-05-2006, 06:17 AM

I'm doing everything that is in the ECE front suspension rebuild kit.

Toad

ChevyDude · 06-05-2006, 11:07 AM

Hey Todd, here is a few "Inspiration" shots for you. I replaced everything. ECE 2.5" drop spinds, 2" GF drop springs, TRW ball joints, "A" arm pivot rods (not sure what they're correct name is).

ChevLoRay · 06-05-2006, 03:31 PM

Here's what I did to my truck, when it was converted from discs to drums.
1. Upper/lower control arm shafts AND bushings (previously referred to as "A" arm pivot rods. (NAPA)
2. Upper/lower ball joints (NAPA)
3. Inner/outer tie rod ends (NAPA)
4. Idler Arm (NAPA)
5. Pitman Arm (NAPA)
6. Stabilizer bar relocator brackets (for lowered suspension)
7. Springs (stock height - ECE)
8. Shocks on all four corners (ECE/NAPA)
9. Rear springs (minus 4-inches) ECE
10. Adjustable track bar (for dropped suspension - ECE)
11. Rear shock mounts/relocator brackets (revised suspension geometry - ECE)

Of course, the drum to disc conversion kit came with other parts that are necessary, all from ECE. Those guys were great to deal with, which doesn't mean that board members who sell the stuff are not.....they're good guys, too.

Joe67 · 06-05-2006, 03:47 PM

I went through mine including the poly trailing arm bushings.

My kit came from www.p-s-t.com

"it's so easy, even a Caveman can do it..."

*Billla* · 06-05-2006, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by ChevyDude

Hey Todd, here is a few "Inspiration" shots for you. I replaced everything. ECE 2.5" drop spinds, 2" GF drop springs, TRW ball joints, "A" arm pivot rods (not sure what they're correct name is).

Absolutely beautiful work!

ChevyDude · 06-05-2006, 06:00 PM

Thank you Billla!

mbgmike · 06-05-2006, 06:12 PM

Looks good. BTW they do make blue or red ss braided brake lines.

06-04-2006, 09:52 PM	#1
toddtheodd The oddest Todd around Join Date: May 2004 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 1,418	Front Suspension Rebuild OK, so I didn't see any FAQs on this, so I figure since I'm already planning on doing it, I might as well take some pictures along the way. Only thing is, I've never done this before. So..... Can ya'll give me a little checklist of what all I need to do, and what order to do it in? I don't want to leave anything out for the FAQ. Toad __________________ "The greatest pleasure is to vanquish your enemies and chase them before you, to rob them of their wealth and see those dear to them bathed in tears, to ride their horses and clasp to your bosom their wives and daughters." Ghengis Khan IIOY???

06-04-2006, 10:04 PM	#2
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: Front Suspension Rebuild Tell us what your plans are? I mean are you going to do everything, from ball joints to tie rods to springs and spindles. You can also replace the A arms bars if you want. MOOG and TRW make the best parts!!! I just completed doing everything and have lots of pics if you need them. Last edited by ChevyDude; 06-04-2006 at 10:05 PM.

06-05-2006, 12:08 AM	#4
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: Front Suspension Rebuild I've posted them already. PM me your email and I will send the big pics to you. Here is the link to the finished product complete with sway bar. Everything that was black from the factory is now Hammered silver, yes frame is hanmmered silver. Truck is torch red so lots of my parts are torch red to match. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=201575 Last edited by ChevyDude; 06-05-2006 at 12:11 AM.

06-05-2006, 06:17 AM	#5
toddtheodd The oddest Todd around Join Date: May 2004 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 1,418	Re: Front Suspension Rebuild I'm doing everything that is in the ECE front suspension rebuild kit. Toad __________________ "The greatest pleasure is to vanquish your enemies and chase them before you, to rob them of their wealth and see those dear to them bathed in tears, to ride their horses and clasp to your bosom their wives and daughters." Ghengis Khan IIOY???

06-05-2006, 11:07 AM	#6
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: Front Suspension Rebuild Hey Todd, here is a few "Inspiration" shots for you. I replaced everything. ECE 2.5" drop spinds, 2" GF drop springs, TRW ball joints, "A" arm pivot rods (not sure what they're correct name is). Attached Images

06-05-2006, 03:31 PM	#7
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Front Suspension Rebuild Here's what I did to my truck, when it was converted from discs to drums. 1. Upper/lower control arm shafts AND bushings (previously referred to as "A" arm pivot rods. (NAPA) 2. Upper/lower ball joints (NAPA) 3. Inner/outer tie rod ends (NAPA) 4. Idler Arm (NAPA) 5. Pitman Arm (NAPA) 6. Stabilizer bar relocator brackets (for lowered suspension) 7. Springs (stock height - ECE) 8. Shocks on all four corners (ECE/NAPA) 9. Rear springs (minus 4-inches) ECE 10. Adjustable track bar (for dropped suspension - ECE) 11. Rear shock mounts/relocator brackets (revised suspension geometry - ECE) Of course, the drum to disc conversion kit came with other parts that are necessary, all from ECE. Those guys were great to deal with, which doesn't mean that board members who sell the stuff are not.....they're good guys, too. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

06-05-2006, 03:47 PM	#8
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,733	Re: Front Suspension Rebuild I went through mine including the poly trailing arm bushings. My kit came from www.p-s-t.com "it's so easy, even a Caveman can do it..." __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

06-05-2006, 06:00 PM	#10
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: Front Suspension Rebuild Thank you Billla! Last edited by ChevyDude; 06-05-2006 at 06:00 PM.

06-05-2006, 06:12 PM	#11
mbgmike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pasadena,Tx /Pto Pta DR Posts: 5,415	Re: Front Suspension Rebuild Looks good. BTW they do make blue or red ss braided brake lines.



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